Part-Time Faculty Pool, Aviation (Polytechnic)

Job Description

Teach one or two courses for the University of Memphis, generally at the undergraduate level. This posting is not a guarantee of an open position. Applications for part-time faculty positions are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed by the department chair when openings become available. Future teaching assignments are on a term-by-term basis, which may include fall, spring, and summer.

Postings close yearly on January 31; to maintain your application within the system, you will need to re-apply each year. At the time of application, applicants should be prepared to upload a cover letter, resume/CV, references list, statement of teaching philosophy, and an unofficial transcript.

Proven experience as a commercial pilot required and/or a Master's degree in aviation. Previous higher education teaching experience strongly desired. Selected candidates must agree to and pass a criminal background check in order to be employed.

The University of Memphis is a leading, student-centered, urban public R1 research institution. Located in Memphis, Tennessee, on 1,160 acres. The University serves a population of nearly 20,000 students and 2,500 employees, including more than 1,000 full-time faculty members. The University offers bachelor's degrees in more than 230 areas of study, master's degrees in more than 50 subjects, and doctoral degrees in 26 disciplines;

supported an institutional record of more than $100 million in research awards for FY24; and has an operating budget of close to $500 million.

Job Identification 108

Posting Date 01/05/2026, 06:00 AM

Apply Before 01/31/2027, 06:00 AM

Job Schedule Part time

Locations 38152 (On-site)

Campus Location Main Campus (Memphis, TN)

Hiring Range From $858 per credit hour

Job Posting Category Part-Time Faculty